5
PREDATOR-PRO
SERIES
SAFETY
Interrupting operation
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Before leaving the operator's position:
- Park on level ground;
- Disengage the PTO;
- Set the parking brake;
- Shut off the engine and remove the key.
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Disengage the PTO and wait until the blades quit
rotating:
- before raising cutterdeck;
- when not mowing;
- for transport;
- when crossing surfaces other than grass.
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Stop the engine, disengage the PTO and wait
until the blades quit rotating:
- before refueling;
- before removing grass catcher;
- before making height adjustment unless the
adjustment can be made from the operator's
position.
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Stop the engine, disengage the PTO and
disconnect the spark plug wire(s) or remove the
key:
- before clearing blockages or unclogging chute;
- before checking, cleaning or working on the
machine;
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the
machine for damage and make repairs before
restarting.
- if the machine begins to vibrate abnormally:
Inspect and make repairs as needed before
restarting;
- except for repairs or adjustments as specifically
noted, such as for carburetor adjustment,
where the engine must be running. Keep
hands and feet clear of moving parts in these
circumstances.
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Allow the blades to come to a complete stop
when stopping operation to clear blockages,
unclog, inspect the machine, do maintenance or
repair.
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Reduce the throttle setting during engine shut-
down and, if the engine is provided with a shut-
off valve, turn the fuel off at the conclusion of
mowing.
MANEUVERING SAFELY
In general
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Slow down before turning.
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Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look behind and down
for small children and pets before and during
backing.
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Be aware when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, tall grass or other objects that may
obscure vision.
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If tires lose traction, disengage the blades. If on
a slope, head down.
